LAHORE: The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry’s (FPCCI) Businessmen Panel (BMP) has condemned the government for imposing inflated gas bills on the country’s industrial sector, warning that the move threatens to cripple manufacturing, exports, and employment. BMP Chairman and former FPCCI president Mian Anjum Nisar described the billing practice as “unjust, unsustainable,…
By Staff Reporter Dr Ansab AliLAHORE: The Pakistan Industrial and Traders Associations Front (PIAF) has welcomed the recent signing of memorandums of understanding (MoUs) between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, focusing on youth development, technology, and sports cooperation. PIAF Chairman and LCCI President Faheemur Rehman Saigol hailed the MoUs as a major step toward strengthening bilateral…
GAZA STRIP / JERUSALEM — In a tentative move toward calm, thousands of displaced Palestinians have begun returning to their homes following a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, according to multiple sources. Humanitarian organizations are preparing to scale up aid efforts as the truce provides a window of opportunity. Yet, many observers warn that…
LOS ANGELES — Legendary Hollywood actress Diane Keaton, best known for her roles in “The Godfather” series and Woody Allen’s “Annie Hall,” has passed away at the age of 79, according to media reports. Keaton rose to international fame in the 1970s for her portrayal of Kay Adams in “The Godfather” films. Her performance in…
ISLAMABAD — Pakistani security forces have taken control of 19 Afghan border posts following unprovoked firing by Afghan forces, security sources confirmed on Sunday. According to the sources, intense clashes erupted late Saturday night after Afghan forces opened fire on Pakistani positions. The Pakistan Army responded with heavy weaponry, carrying out a robust and precise…
RIYADH — Saudi Arabia has voiced deep concern over the escalating tensions and recent clashes along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. In an official statement, the Saudi Foreign Ministry urged both Islamabad and Kabul to exercise restraint and prioritize dialogue to preserve regional peace and stability. The Kingdom emphasized the importance of resolving disputes through diplomatic channels,…
ISLAMABAD — Heavy clashes erupted along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border after Afghan forces reportedly opened unprovoked fire on Pakistani positions, security sources said late Saturday night. According to security officials, the Pakistan Army responded with full force, targeting several Afghan posts with heavy weaponry. The engagement reportedly resulted in the destruction of multiple enemy positions, including…
Lahore — (By Staff Reporter Dr. Ansab Ali):The Punjab government will launch a province-wide anti-polio campaign on October 13, aiming to vaccinate over 22.5 million children under the age of five. The campaign will run for seven days in Lahore and five days in all other districts, involving more than 200,000 frontline health workers. A…
Lahore —(By Staff Reporter Muhammad Shahzad):The Punjab Police organized a ceremony at the Central Police Office Lahore to distribute financial assistance cheques and laptops to the families and children of police martyrs, under the directives of Inspector General of Police Punjab, Dr. Usman Anwar. During the event, Rs. 8 million in financial aid was distributed…
Lahore —(By Staff Reporter Farzana Chaudhry):In observance of International Dyslexia Awareness Day, Pakistan Post, in collaboration with the Institute of Regional Studies (IRS) and the Institute of Dyslexia Education and Attitudinal Studies (IDEAS), unveiled a commemorative Dyslexia Awareness Stamp at a special ceremony held at IRS Islamabad. The initiative aims to promote inclusive education and…
